Tag Archives: Transportation

Barnstorming and Airplane Rides Tin Sign Advertisement

Posted on February 23, 2021 by Dis-LEE

Barnstorming was a form of entertainment in which stunt pilots performed tricks, either individually or in groups. If they performed in a group, it was called a Flying Circus. This daredevil occupation was devised to impress people with the skill of pilots and the … Continue reading →

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Mickey Mouse Races into 2021 in a Porsche

Posted on January 1, 2021 by Dis-LEE

And a Formula 1 Car As I’ve mentioned before, I love it when Mickey gets behind the wheel! And you know when he does it, he’s going to do it in style! Case in point is this sweet ride, a … Continue reading →

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Walt Disney World ‘Monorail Red’ Floor Mat

Posted on October 16, 2020 by Dis-LEE

“Please Stand Clear of the Doors” or “Por Favor Manténganse Alejado de las Puertas” if you prefer the Spanish version of the spiel. Either way it’s said, when you hear it, you know you’re about to enjoy a spectacular voyage … Continue reading →

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Phillips 66 Die Cast 1939 Chevrolet Panel Truck

Posted on August 23, 2020 by Dis-LEE

The Mother Road is so iconic that many companies have incorporated at least the number ’66’ into their names in an attempt to ride the popularity to increased business and profits. The Phillips Petroleum Company was no exception, thus: Phillips … Continue reading →

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Mickey & Friends Travel Trailer Insulated Lunch Bag

Posted on August 21, 2020 by Dis-LEE

Mickey’s Trailer is one of the best Disney Shorts in my humble opinion! It came out in 1938 and starred Mickey with Donald Duck and Goofy along for the trip. It turns out to be a near disastrous vacation with … Continue reading →

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Monorail Models from Walt Disney World

Posted on June 28, 2020 by Dis-LEE

Highway in the Sky. Transportation of Tomorrow. Just Plain Cool! However you choose to describe the modern monorail system, it’s just impressive. Years ago, I became hooked on this mode of transportation after riding it at Walt Disney World. Soon … Continue reading →

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Monorail Glass Gift Trays from Walt Disney World

Posted on June 17, 2020 by Dis-LEE

How awesome are these? I love the monorail and share Walt Disney’s dream of seeing them play a more prominent part in transportation across North America. Walt Disney World has proven them to be a viable alternative to standard trains. … Continue reading →

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Coming On Stage from the Magic Kingdom Car Barn

Posted on June 2, 2020 by Dis-LEE

I love finding these candid moments in and around the Parks! I have my share of Castle pics and attraction videos, so seeing an ‘unscripted’ event is truly special: Disney horses are so beautiful! Unfortunately, this guy has to work … Continue reading →

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Zappo DC-3 Yellow Airplane Lamp

Posted on May 31, 2020 by Dis-LEE

We usually expect to find just about any information we want on the Internet. But not so for this unusual Art Deco-style aviation-themed lamp. The current Zappo company seems to have a different focus now, with no items resembling this … Continue reading →

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BOOK REVIEW: Flying Cars – The True Story

Posted on November 3, 2016 by Dis-LEE

When you first heard the lyrics “Off we go, into the wild, blue, yonder! Off we go…” you probably weren’t thinking of doing so in a car. Standard airplanes are the vehicles of choice for the sky! But that was … Continue reading →

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